Production Scheduling Manager

Eaton Corporation•Arecibo, PR

About The Position

- Develop and maintain the Master Production Schedule (MPS) aligned with SIOP/IBP. - Balance demand, capacity, labor, and materials to maximize OTD and minimize expediting. - Lead daily and weekly production scheduling processes and ensure schedule adherence. - Partner with Procurement and Material Planning to ensure availability of critical materials. - Identify, communicate, and mitigate risks to the production plan (capacity, materials, labor). - Establish and maintain clear prioritization rules during constraints. - Monitor and improve key metrics: OTD, schedule adherence, inventory days, backlog, and expediting. - Lead planning-related tier meetings and execution routines. - Collaborate with Manufacturing and Engineering on sequencing, routings, and standard times. - Ensure accuracy and integrity of planning data within ERP/MES systems. - Drive continuous improvement initiatives to stabilize and simplify scheduling processes. - Develop, coach, and lead the Production Scheduling team, ensuring clear roles and accountability. - Actively contribute to SIOP/IBP cycles with data-driven scenarios and recommendations. - Support make/buy decisions, capacity investments, and footprint changes. - Lead what-if scenario analyses in response to demand or supply changes. - Align production plans with financial objectives including revenue, margin, absorption, and cash. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) - On-Time Delivery (OTD) - Schedule Adherence - Backlog and Past Due Orders - Expediting Level - Production Plan Stability - Continuous improvement and standardization mindset. This is a highly visible strategic-operational role with frequent interaction with site leadership and corporate functions. Flexibility may be required to support month-end close, demand surges, or critical production situations. We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, or related field (Master's preferred).
7-10 years of experience in production planning, scheduling, or supply chain within a manufacturing environment.
Strong knowledge of MRP, MPS, and SIOP/IBP processes.
Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred) and planning tools.
Strong analytical skills with data-driven decision making.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Systems thinking and results orientation.
Sense of urgency and operational discipline.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain the Master Production Schedule (MPS) aligned with SIOP/IBP.
Balance demand, capacity, labor, and materials to maximize OTD and minimize expediting.
Lead daily and weekly production scheduling processes and ensure schedule adherence.
Partner with Procurement and Material Planning to ensure availability of critical materials.
Identify, communicate, and mitigate risks to the production plan (capacity, materials, labor).
Establish and maintain clear prioritization rules during constraints.
Monitor and improve key metrics: OTD, schedule adherence, inventory days, backlog, and expediting.
Lead planning-related tier meetings and execution routines.
Collaborate with Manufacturing and Engineering on sequencing, routings, and standard times.
Ensure accuracy and integrity of planning data within ERP/MES systems.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to stabilize and simplify scheduling processes.
Develop, coach, and lead the Production Scheduling team, ensuring clear roles and accountability.
Actively contribute to SIOP/IBP cycles with data-driven scenarios and recommendations.
Support make/buy decisions, capacity investments, and footprint changes.
Lead what-if scenario analyses in response to demand or supply changes.
Align production plans with financial objectives including revenue, margin, absorption, and cash.